Administrative Support Specialist

Administrative Support Specialist - Journey

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Position Information

Job Title - Administrative Support Specialist - Journey

Position Number - 935703

Vacancy Open to - All Candidates

Time-Limited - No

Department Homepage -

Advertising Department - ARTS & SCIENCES-DEAN'S OFFICE

Division - Academic Affairs

Classification Title - 10422 Administrative Support Specialist

Competency Level - 2 - Journey

Working Title - Administrative Support Specialist

Number of Vacancies - 1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) - 1.0

Full Time or Part Time - Full Time

Recruitment Range - $34,602 - $49,406

Anticipated Hiring Range - $40,059 - $44,510

Salary Grade Equivalency - NC09

Work Schedule - Monday - Friday

Work Hours - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Position Location (City) - Greenville

Job Category - Staff

Be a Pirate! East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output. Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn. ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits. The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit - Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation. The Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences advances access, knowledge, and opportunity through high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, innovative research and creative activities, and meaningful community engagement, all grounded in the liberal arts and sciences. We equip our graduates to address complex challenges, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and lead fulfilling lives.

Primary Purpose of Position - This position serves as a key business operations resource for assigned departments within THCAS, providing support in travel administration, procurement, budget monitoring, and customer service. The role ensures compliance with university, state, and funding-source requirements; facilitates efficient business processes; and contributes to the continuous improvement and development of the Business Services Hub model. Reporting to the college Business Services Coordinator in charge of non-personnel budgets, the position works with department chairs, department administrative support, other college staff, Financial Services, Materials Management, and other units across campus. Key responsibilities include:

Financial Administration and Budget Support: Administer departmental financial operations, reporting, compliance, and account reconciliation. (10%)

Travel Administration: Manage travel transactions, compliance, reimbursement processes, and customer support. (35%)

Purchasing and Procurement Support: Coordinate purchasing activities, ensure compliance, and manage procurement transactions. (35%)

Department Liaison and Customer Support: Provide business services guidance and support to assigned departments. (10%)

Process Improvement and Hub Development: Support operational improvements, workflow documentation, and Business Services Hub development. (10%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience - High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation - None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience - Preferred experience with budgets

License or Certification required by the Department - None

Special Instructions to Applicant - Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

Job Open Date - 10/14/2026

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. - 10/28/2026

Open Until Filled - No

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Alternate option - If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Nondiscrimination Statement - East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice/TTY) or ADA - View email address on click.appcast.io.

Eligibility for Employment - Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity - If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at View phone number on click.appcast.io or toll free at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00EST.

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